About the Position: Responsible for and performs a broad range of technical inspections, operations and activities involving the receipt, shipment, handling, inspection, storage and related safety and logistics functions for a wide variety of conventional ammunition items, large and small rockets and guided missiles passing through installation via multiple modes of transportation (highway, rail, vessel).

Duties

Inspects, monitors, reviews and evaluates ammunition and explosives operations and activities conducted in the ammunition area. Conducts physical inspections of inbound and outbound empty and loaded transportation assets and conveyances (ships, trucks and railcars) provided for shipment . Inspects, monitors and reviews associated operations and methods used for effectiveness in compliance with transportation requirements. Prepares inspection reports, forms and related documents for container serviceability inspection, inventory or contractor related tasks. Advises and renders technical assistance to Cargo Operations, Military Sealift Command, and United States Coast Guard responsible personnel. Inspects vessel rigging and cargo spaces to insure all requirements for the stowage of explosives/hazardous materials are met.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the Lautenberg Amendment which bans individuals convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence and certain others from possession or access to firearms or ammunition.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Department of Army Driver's license for equipment determined necessary to operate by supervisor.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position requires the incumbent to successfully complete ammunition courses when available either through formal classroom instruction or by correspondence course and other technical training as directed.
• This position is inclement weather essential. This means employee will be subject to working outside in all types of weather conditions, sometimes extreme conditions.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDefense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Surveillance Inspector (Motor Vehicle Operator/Fork Lift Operator) without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common Surveillance Inspector (Motor Vehicle Operator/Fork Lift Operator) duties. Perform inspection operations using calibrated instruments (i.e. gauges, ammunition peculiar equipment); inspecting ammunition/explosive cargos and specialized packing materials; inspecting material handling equipment, ramps and operational areas; utilizing computer skills to create reports and retrieve information for container load drawings; and reporting deficiencies identified during inspections - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)Dexterity and SafetyKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Effort: Duties involve frequent walking, bending, stooping and standing for long periods on various surfaces and in work areas in tiring uncomfortable positions. Frequent lifting up to 40 pounds is required and lifting of over 40 pounds with assistance. Working Conditions: Works under extremely hazardous conditions as regards to exposure to ammunition and explosives both in packaged and loose form. Work is done inside in areas that are hot, cold, damp, drafty, or poorly lighted or outside in prevailing weather conditions. Work will be performed on board ships/vessels docks or anchored off-shore or tied to shore side wharf. Work may be dirty, dusty and greasy. The worker is exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, bruises, falls or accidents with moving equipment. Employee is required to wear safety shoes, coveralls, face shields, goggles, masks, gloves, hard hat, hearing protection and/or other safety equipment and clothing while engaged in various surveillance operations and inspections. Incumbent is required to understand and speak English fluently; understand technical and difficult instructions and directives, both oral and written; and articulate issues and situations in a technical discussion.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address GT-W6TCAA MIL SURFACE DEPLOYMENT AND DIST CMD DO NOT MAIL Southport, NC 28461 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk
• Email: [email protected]